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Open Doors executive director Michele Conderino and News12 team in emergency shelter dorm
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Erin McDonough

Connecticut’s homeless shelters still facing challenges of COVID-19

Emergency shelters are still facing the challenges of keeping people safe through COVID, and providers need the support of the community and our elected officials to help people through the winter months.  News 12 Connecticut spoke with our executive director, Michele Conderino, about some of these challenges. https://connecticut.news12.com/connecticut-s-homeless… Please help advocate for your neighbors dealing

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2021 Spring Newsletter

Check out what’s happening at Open Doors!  Meet the staff members who lead key programs, including our Financial Opportunity Center, food programs, street outreach, and After School Buddies.  Learn more about our expanded model, which focuses on three pillars of homelessness prevention, homeless services, and housing stability. Read the Open Doors 2021 Spring newsletter

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Last Tuesday of each month: Clothing donations accepted!

Community Closet donations Drop-off time: Last Tuesday of each month – 1pm to 3pm ONLY (Interested in holding a donation drive?  Contact us for a list of most-needed items) Open Doors’ Smilow Life Center Street address is 55 Chestnut Street, Norwalk, CT 06854 but please use the building’s side entrance on Merritt Place. Thank you

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Events
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September 17 – Open Doors Virtual Gala & Auction

This year’s annual Open Doors Gala and Auction will take place ONLINE with a virtual event on Thursday, September 17, from 7:00pm to 8:00pm. The signature event helps Open Doors provide shelter, support, and a plan for success to people who are dealing with poverty and homelessness. Join us for this year’s Gala or learn

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Open Doors Welcomes New Board Members Alex Tuff and Jody Proct

The team at Open Doors is pleased to announce the appointment of New Canaan resident Alex Tuff and Norwalk resident Jody Proct to its Board of Directors. Alex Tuff is a New Canaan resident who currently oversees operations and business strategy as a Principal of Winged Keel Group, headquartered in New York City. An expert

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Open Doors is hiring!

Open Doors is hiring! Support specialists provide important operational support and help guests reach their goals of moving from shelter to homes of their own. Please apply or share the link below! https://www.indeedjobs.com/the-open-door-shelter-inc

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